Defying the traditional and societal norms of finding love, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sam Taylor-Johnson’s story embodies the very essence of authenticity and unwavering love. Despite the couple having a massive age gap, they showcase undeniable love and support towards each other’s careers, proving how authentic and selflessly they adore each other. Intriguingly, their relationship did not start romantically, as they met on the set of the 2009 film, Nowhere Boy.
Their relationship soon blossomed into a beautiful romance, often showcasing their shared passion for art and how love can be found in the most unexpected of places. Aaron Taylor-Johnson tied the knot with Sam Taylor-Johnson on June 21, 2012. As a result, the couple has faced immense criticism for their massive age difference, often gathering unwanted attention both personally and professionally. But they did not let such frugal factors come in between their love life.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Blossoming Romance with Sam Taylor-Johnson
Uncanny love stories still seem to captivate the public and Hollywood, as Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sam Taylor-Johnson share a massive 23-year age gap. As per Fox News, the young actor met his wife when he was only 18 or 19 years old and auditioned for the role of John Lennon in 2008 in Sam Taylor-Johnson’s directorial debut, Nowhere Boy. However, the Bullet Train actor was busy shooting for Kick-Ass during that period, and his audition schedule did not line up with his future wife’s.
However, by this period, the Love You More director had thought of Aaron Taylor-Johnson to portray the role of John Lennon in her directorial debut as he mentioned how much research he had conducted to play the role. She even mentioned it during her exclusive interview with The Telegraph,
“I knew instantly — I could see how much research he’d done already just by the way he was standing and the few words he said.”
The filming for Nowhere Boy was completed, and by this time, the couple’s romance had blossomed. The director had told Harper’s Bazaar how they would act extremely professionally on the set of the film, but he asked her the question right after they were done with the production of the film.
“We were very professional through the entire film… But everyone on set knew. And as soon as we finished, he told me he was going to marry me. We had never been on a date, or even kissed.”
Aaron Taylor-Johnson added,
“And a year to the minute after we met, exactly one year to the minute, I got down on one knee and asked her to marry me.”
By 2010, the couple expected their first child, Wylda Rae, who was born on July 8, 2010, in London. In 2012, they welcomed their second child, Romy Hero; soon followed by the long-time couple tying the knot in Somerset, England. Momentarily after their wedding, the couple merged their surnames to Taylor-Johnson, as he told The Standard, how he “wanted to be a part of her just as much as she wanted to be part of me.” Nevertheless, their love story was a topic of conversation among people as they felt that the massive age gap was a taboo, gaining unwanted attention.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Responds to The Criticism Following Their Marriage
Following their marriage, the couple garnered immense criticism due to their massive age gap, raising eyebrows in the professional and public spheres. However, the actor never let the criticism and unwanted attention get in their relationship, as he would publically express his love to his wife. This was evident when he gave his wife, Sam Taylor-Johnson, a shout-out during the 2017 Golden Blobes Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role via PEOPLE. He said,
“I want to thank my wife for being there with me, supporting me through this. Thank you for putting up with me. Jesus, that was not very pleasant in this role, so you’re my soulmate and I love you very much. I’m blessed. I have four beautiful daughters: Anjelica, Phoenix, Wylda, and Romy, I love you all very much.”
Moreover, he lashed out at all the critics when he shared his thoughts on the people talking about the age gap he shared with his wife. During an exclusive interview with Vulture, the Nocturnal Animals actor stated how “The attention was intrusive,” during their early relationship. He added,
“But having to deal with that early in my career probably got me to a place where I can more quickly just go, ‘Oh, f**k it’ instead of wanting to rip someone’s head off for asking questions I don’t like.”
Nevertheless, the actor has learned the art of letting go of unwanted attention, as he enjoys all the time in the world with his beautiful wife and four beautiful children.
